Hi, I’m Jacob Gower, a London-based musician and audio professional focused on trumpet performance, live sound, and music production. I’m pursuing a combined Bachelor of Music and Music Recording Arts through Western University and Fanshawe College, studying audio engineering, production, and post-production for film and television. I’m passionate about shaping sound for live performances, recordings, and media projects, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring creative ideas to life. I’m continuing to grow my skills across recording, post-production, and live sound while contributing to community projects and worship programs. In my spare time, I volunteer with Salvation Army ministries and perform with ensembles, leveraging my musical training and technical know-how to support performances and events.

Jacob Gower

Hi, I’m Jacob Gower, a London-based musician and audio professional focused on trumpet performance, live sound, and music production. I’m pursuing a combined Bachelor of Music and Music Recording Arts through Western University and Fanshawe College, studying audio engineering, production, and post-production for film and television. I’m passionate about shaping sound for live performances, recordings, and media projects, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring creative ideas to life. I’m continuing to grow my skills across recording, post-production, and live sound while contributing to community projects and worship programs. In my spare time, I volunteer with Salvation Army ministries and perform with ensembles, leveraging my musical training and technical know-how to support performances and events.

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Hi, I’m Jacob Gower, a London-based musician and audio professional focused on trumpet performance, live sound, and music production. I’m pursuing a combined Bachelor of Music and Music Recording Arts through Western University and Fanshawe College, studying audio engineering, production, and post-production for film and television. I’m passionate about shaping sound for live performances, recordings, and media projects, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to bring creative ideas to life.

I’m continuing to grow my skills across recording, post-production, and live sound while contributing to community projects and worship programs. In my spare time, I volunteer with Salvation Army ministries and perform with ensembles, leveraging my musical training and technical know-how to support performances and events.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Grocery at Farm Boy
October 1, 2025 - Present
Stock and organize shelves, assist customers with service, process orders, and manage product and overstock in a fast-paced retail environment.
Program Coordinator at The Salvation Army Ontario Camping Ministries
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Managed a team of 11 supervisors; organized a new summer camp program with improvements; oversaw an $11,000 budget for camp supplies including audio production and general practical needs.
Program Coordinator at The Salvation Army Ontario Camping Ministries
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Managed a team of 10 Supervisors; organized an entire summer camp program with week-to-week content; oversaw a $10,000 budget for supplies for video creation and general practical needs.
Head Cabin Leader at The Salvation Army Ontario Camping Ministries
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Supervisor of a team of 11 Cabin Leaders; resolved escalated camper behavior issues and staff conflicts; aided in staff appreciation events.
Front Counter Service at A&W Canada
January 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023
Took orders, packed food bags, cooked burgers/fries/chicken items, and brewed a variety of coffee styles and beverages.
Live Sound Technician at The Salvation Army NEON Worship
September 1, 2024 - Present
Set up and tear down live sound system; mix the band to a comfortable volume using EQ, compression, and effects; manage social media for the band; film and edit content; engineer, mix, and master NEON songs.
Video Producer / Technician at Live Stream Video Production
October 1, 2019 - Present
Responsible for live-stream video production for events and church services, including on-site video and audio capture.
Cornet Player (Solo Cornet) at The Salvation Army London Citadel Band
September 1, 2019 - Present
Member of the band, performing cornet parts and contributing to rehearsals and performances.
Trumpet Player (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Trumpet) at Western University Wind Ensemble
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2022
Performer with the wind ensemble, contributing trumpet parts to concerts and recordings.
Trumpet Player (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Trumpet) at Western University Wind Ensemble
September 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Performer with the wind ensemble, contributing trumpet parts to concerts and recordings.
Youth Bible Study Leader
September 1, 2022 - Present
Led weekly youth bible study sessions; coordinated activities and discussions for a faith-based group.

Education

Bachelor of Music at Western University
September 1, 2020 - April 1, 2025
Music Industry Arts Diploma at Fanshawe College
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Audio Post-Production Graduate Certificate at Fanshawe College
September 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Ontario Secondary School Diploma at Oakridge Secondary School
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020

Qualifications

Avid Pro Tools Certified
January 11, 2030 - April 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services